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Cheap flights from New York, NY to Los Angeles from C$ 124

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 15/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — LAX
25 Feb — 4 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from New York to Los Angeles are usually found in January or September, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from New York to Los Angeles

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New York (NYC) to Los Angeles (LAX). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 20 February 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 251

One-way from

C$ 124

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 520

Good round-trip deal

C$ 189 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 324 or less
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 5/4-8/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 29h 34m total
  • New York to Los Angeles
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 15/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 14h 26m total
  • New York to Los Angeles
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (C$ 20 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (C$ 21 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from New York (NYC) to Los Angeles.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from New York (NYC) to Los Angeles.

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Cheapest flights from New York to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 February 2025.

Wed 5/311:01 a.m.JFK - LAX
1 stop12h 29mFrontier
Sun 9/39:30 p.m.LAX - JFK
1 stop9h 31mFrontier
Deal found 19/2C$ 249
Wed 5/39:00 a.m.JFK - LAX
Nonstop6h 20mJetBlue
Wed 5/33:30 p.m.LAX - JFK
Nonstop5h 28mJetBlue
Deal found 20/2C$ 271
Wed 26/26:59 p.m.EWR - LAX
Nonstop6h 30mSpirit Airlines
Thu 27/26:00 a.m.LAX - EWR
1 stop8h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 20/2C$ 276
Mon 24/39:25 p.m.JFK - LAX
Nonstop6h 28mDelta
Tue 1/410:55 p.m.LAX - JFK
Nonstop5h 13mDelta
Deal found 19/2C$ 281
Tue 4/311:30 a.m.JFK - LAX
1 stop10h 10mAlaska Airlines
Tue 4/37:47 p.m.LAX - JFK
1 stop9h 12mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 19/2C$ 300
Mon 10/32:55 p.m.LGA - LAX
1 stop8h 37mDelta
Thu 13/310:15 p.m.LAX - LGA
1 stop7h 39mDelta
Deal found 20/2C$ 304
Mon 3/37:29 p.m.EWR - LAX
Nonstop6h 39mAlaska Airlines
Thu 6/36:00 a.m.LAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 18mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 19/2C$ 308
Fri 28/22:45 p.m.EWR - LAX
Nonstop6h 25mUnited Airlines
Fri 7/34:30 p.m.LAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/2C$ 310
Tue 25/29:30 a.m.JFK - LAX
1 stop11h 22mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 25/27:47 p.m.LAX - JFK
1 stop9h 12mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 18/2C$ 311
Tue 4/312:13 p.m.LGA - LAX
1 stop8h 27mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/312:56 a.m.LAX - LGA
1 stop7h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/2C$ 327
Mon 10/35:00 p.m.EWR - LAX
1 stop8h 34mDelta
Thu 13/310:15 p.m.LAX - EWR
1 stop7h 32mDelta
Deal found 20/2C$ 359
Fri 4/47:30 a.m.LGA - LAX
2 stops10h 10mSouthwest
Wed 9/411:40 p.m.LAX - LGA
2 stops11h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 20/2C$ 415

Find flights from New York to Los Angeles within your budget

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New York

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Los Angeles

Route

Depart

Return

Price

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 5/3

11:01 a.m.-8:30 p.m.

1 stop12h 29m

Los Angeles

Sun 9/3

9:30 p.m.-10:01 a.m.

1 stop9h 31m

C$ 249

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 5/3

9:00 a.m.-12:20 p.m.

Nonstop6h 20m

Los Angeles

Wed 5/3

3:30 p.m.-11:58 p.m.

Nonstop5h 28m

C$ 271

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 24/3

9:25 p.m.-12:53 a.m.

Nonstop6h 28m

Los Angeles

Tue 1/4

10:55 p.m.-7:08 a.m.

Nonstop5h 13m

C$ 281

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 4/3

11:30 a.m.-6:40 p.m.

1 stop10h 10m

Los Angeles

Tue 4/3

7:47 p.m.-7:59 a.m.

1 stop9h 12m

C$ 300

New YorkLos Angeles

LGA - LAX

LGALAX

New York LaGuardia

Mon 10/3

2:55 p.m.-8:32 p.m.

1 stop8h 37m

Los Angeles

Thu 13/3

10:15 p.m.-8:54 a.m.

1 stop7h 39m

C$ 304

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Mon 3/3

7:29 p.m.-11:08 p.m.

Nonstop6h 39m

Los Angeles

Thu 6/3

6:00 a.m.-2:18 p.m.

Nonstop5h 18m

C$ 308

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 5/3

9:30 a.m.-4:36 p.m.

1 stop10h 06m

Los Angeles

Wed 5/3

7:47 p.m.-7:59 a.m.

1 stop9h 12m

C$ 311

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Sun 2/3

6:00 a.m.-9:05 a.m.

Nonstop6h 05m

Los Angeles

Sun 2/3

10:45 p.m.-9:05 a.m.

1 stop7h 20m

C$ 324

New YorkLos Angeles

LGA - LAX

LGALAX

New York LaGuardia

Tue 4/3

12:13 p.m.-5:40 p.m.

1 stop8h 27m

Los Angeles

Wed 5/3

12:56 a.m.-11:26 a.m.

1 stop7h 30m

C$ 327

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Mon 10/3

5:00 p.m.-10:34 p.m.

1 stop8h 34m

Los Angeles

Thu 13/3

10:15 p.m.-8:47 a.m.

1 stop7h 32m

C$ 359

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Best time to book a flight from New York to Los Angeles

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Travel insights for flights from New York to Los Angeles

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from New York to Los Angeles including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from New York to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New York to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on 14 February 2025.

The best time to book flights from New York to Los Angeles is 83 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to Los Angeles?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Los Angeles (average of C$ 233). Flying from New York to Los Angeles in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 314). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from NYC to LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from New York to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 20 February 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from New York to Los Angeles at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 63% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New York to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on 16 February 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New York to Los Angeles flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from New York to Los Angeles

Explore weekly flight availability from New York to Los Angeles. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 20 February 2025.

The most flights from NYC to LAX are scheduled on a Thursday (181 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (115 on average).

Rainfall in Los Angeles by month

Plan your trip to Los Angeles by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Los Angeles ranges from 0.0 - 87.0 mm per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 87.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Los Angeles when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Los Angeles by month

Plan your trip to Los Angeles by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Los Angeles, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Los Angeles. Reviews last updated 20 February 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from New York to Los Angeles. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.0
Very good

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Los Angeles from New York?

    Most people fly into Los Angeles (LAX) if they book a flight to Los Angeles from New York. On average, Los Angeles has 146 inbound flights from New York per day from 2 airlines. Los Angeles is conveniently located just 15.1 km from Los Angeles’s city centre.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New York to Los Angeles round-trip?

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines (C$ 251), JetBlue (C$ 271), and Delta (C$ 280) offers the cheapest pricing from New York to Los Angeles. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 53% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York to Los Angeles one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as C$ 124 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Alaska Airlines from C$ 141 and JetBlue from C$ 141 one-way.

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  • What are the cheapest flights from New York to Los Angeles?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from New York to Los Angeles? While on average our users pay C$ 464, our data indicates the cheapest price to be C$ 139. The most popular route (Newark - Los Angeles), is priced around C$ 210.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to Los Angeles?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Los Angeles (average of C$ 233). Flying from New York to Los Angeles in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 314). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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